Catena Zapata Nicasia Malbec Argentino 2016

Catena Zapata Nicasia Malbec Argentino 2016

HK$ 816.00
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Uco Valley - Argentina
Red still

How to serve

Serve at:

16 - 18°C.

Decanting time:

1 Hour

Longevity:

10 - 15 years

Glass:
Full Bodied and Very Aged Red Wines
Catena Zapata Nicasia Malbec Argentino 2016

Bouquet

The Malbec gives intense aromas with hints of plum and sweet blackberry. Hints of Cabernet Sauvignon and the spicy scents of Petit Verdot accompany the Malbec aromas.

Flavour

Barrel ageing provides additional complexity with delicate oak and vanilla flavours.

Pairing

Ideal with pork, grilled beef steak and lamb.

Meat
Game
Cheese
Matured cheese
Lamb
Pork

Features

Name Catena Zapata Nicasia Malbec Argentino 2016
Type Red still
Classification N/A
Year 2016
Size 0,75 l Standard
Alcohol content 14.00% by volume
Grape varieties 90% Malbec, 6% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Petit Verdot
Country Argentina
Region Uco Valley
Origin Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza.
Climate Altitude: 1,230 m. a.s.l.
Fermentation temperature 28 ºC
Fermentation period 11 days.
Vinification 18 days of maceration with complete malolactic fermentation.
Ageing 12 months in French oak barrels.
Allergens Contains sulphites
Pairing Ideal with pork, grilled beef steak and lamb.

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Vintage

Decanter
97/100 
2016
James Suckling
96/100 
2016
Robert Parker
95/100 
2016
Vinous
95/100 
2016
Wine Spectator
94/100 
2016
xtraWine
97/100 
2016
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